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Search and apply for our latest aged care jobs in Newcastle today. Through our longstanding partnerships with aged care providers across New South Wales, we are hiring passionate and driven aged care professionals for casual and permanent roles in Newcastle.
If you are looking for a new opportunity in the aged care sector, on a temporary, short to long term contract or permanent basis, browse our latest jobs or reach out to our industry expert consultants today.
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We recruit for a wide range of aged care jobs in Newcastle, including:
Why work with Sanctuary?
Once you have registered with us, you'll receive access to a benefits and rewards program that reflect all the hard work you put in. Enjoy perks such as:
- Competitive pay rates
- Simple, easy registration and onboarding – start work within 48 hours!
- Free continuous online training and upskilling modules available
- Monthly reward and recognition programs
- Free resume assessments, market insights and career advice
- Aged care opportunities available across the country in metro, regional, rural and remote areas
- Casual, contract and permanent opportunities
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Why work in aged care in Newcastle?
Growing demand and job security
Newcastle’s ageing population is driving a strong, ongoing demand for aged care workers. This means job security, consistent casual jobs and plenty of opportunities to build your career in the sector.
A lifestyle that works for you
Enjoy the best of coastal living with great beaches, a relaxed pace, a vibrant food and culture scene and more affordable living compared to major cities. With flexible shift options, you can create a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
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Aged care jobs in Newcastle FAQs
We recruit for a wide range of aged care positions, including:
- Assistants in nursing (AINs)
- Enrolled nurses (ENs)
- Registered nurses (RNs)
- Managerial and leadership roles
There are a lot of differences when it comes to pay rates, as aged care casual rates depend on your position, experience level and the shift times that you work. Our casual pay rates range from:
- AIN: $38 - $75 per hour
- EN: $40 - $81 per hour
- RN: $50 - $120 per hour
Managerial roles are very likely to be permanent. A salary of this nature often sits between $110,000 - $130,000 but can vary depending on location and experience level. If you are a registered nurse looking for a permanent role, you should expect to earn $80,000 to $95,000 per year on average.
Incentives, allowances and bonuses are applicable for certain placements Reforms in aged care have led to pay rises for aged care workers in recent years, with more developments to come.
To work as an AIN/PCA with us you need to hold either a:
- Cert III/IV in Ageing Support
- Cert III/IV in Individual Support
- Cert III/IV in Health Services Assistance
To work as an EN you will need a Diploma of Nursing and an AHPRA registration, and to work as an RN you need a Bachelor of Nursing degree and an AHPRA registration. You will generally need six months to one year of Australian paid experience for most residential aged care homes.
We’re currently recruiting for casual and permanent aged care roles across Newcastle.
Casual work, or shift filling, is ideal if you want flexibility. These are usually booked at short notice to cover sick leave, annual leave and any unexpected gaps in rosters.
Permanent role offers career stability and growth. Our permanent recruitment team will be able to match you with roles that align with your needs and requirements.
Yes, we offer continuous online training via our Learning Management System (LMS) at no cost to you. This is regularly updated to reflect new legislation and practices.
Once registered, you’ll gain access to a user-friendly rostering app where you can view available roles, accept shifts and update your availability.
For those considering casual work, you can enjoy a range of benefits:
- Build your schedule your way: choose when and how often you work, with full control over your availability
- Explore Australia through contract roles: travel to new regions while getting paid, with free accommodation and transport included
- Create your ideal work–life balance: fit work around family, study or lifestyle commitments
- Earn higher hourly rates: casual shifts typically offer increased pay compared to permanent positions